What is GovSnacks?
GovSnacks was created to help everyday Australians stay informed about the issues that matter most to them.
By leveraging AI, GovSnacks breaks down the overwhelming volume of information published by Parliament into accessible bite-sized “snacks”.
GovSnacks was originally created as a prototype for GovHack 2024, an international competition that challenges participants to turn government data into practical solutions. GovSnacks has since evolved into a powerful tool for both professionals and everyday Australians, delivering straightforward, no-nonsense insights that keep you in the know.
GovSnacks has been recognised for its innovation and impact, winning:
🥇 International ‘AI in Governance’ prize sponsored by Infosys.
🥇 National ‘Transform Bureaucratic Jargon Into Plain English’ prize sponsored by The Treasury.
🏅 Honourable mention for the National ‘Civic Participation for a More Resilient, Cohesive Democracy’ prize sponsored by the Department of Home Affairs.
What’s Next?
- 08/09/2024: GovSnacks first launches as an experimental tool created for the 2024 GovHack Hackathon.
- 30/11/2024: GovSnacks wins International ‘AI in Governance’ and National ‘Transform Bureaucratic Jargon Into Plain English’ prizes at the GovHack Red Carpet Awards.
- 06/02/2025: The new GovSnacks.com launches at Parliament House. Featuring automated general Parliamentary Summaries and focused summaries on specific issues such as ‘Cost of Living’ and ‘Gender Equity’.
- What’s next: GovSnacks Studio is set to launch in 2025, giving advanced users the tools to surface niche topics and specific discussions from Hansard reports.
FAQ
Why is it called GovSnacks?
The name and original logo are inspired by GovHack (the competition in which it was originally created).
